CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEP0606 | Prejudice and Aggression | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
Language of instruction: | En |
Type of course: | GE-Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ |
Course Objectives: | One of the main goals of this course is to introduce students to major sociological and social psychological concepts related with Prejudice and Aggression with an emphasis on developing social awareness and coping strategies. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The students taking this course will develop observation skills and research abilities. It is expected that focusing on issues from daily world news will motivate students in understanding the value of scientific inquiry. |
A scientific approach to two significant human issues: Prejudice and Aggression. Major roots, causes, effects and coping strategies will be studied and discussed in the light of daily world news around common areas of prejudice and discrimination such as homosexuality, race, women’s issues etc. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
1) | Social Research/Phenomenology | Ders Notları | |
2) | Prejudice | Course notes | |
3) | Aggression | Course notes | |
4) | Socialization (Family, Peers,School, Media) | Course notes | |
5) | Social Cognition | Course notes | |
6) | Social Perception | Course notes | |
7) | Cognitive Dissonance | Course notes | |
8) | Conformity-Obedience | Course notes | |
9) | Group Effects | Course notes | |
10) | Loving, Liking and Interpersonal Sensitivity | Course notes | |
11) | Propaganda and Persuasion | Course notes | |
12) | Coping Strategies with Aggression, Prejudice, Progaganda and Persuasion | Course notes | |
13) | Modernization and Globalization effects | Course notes | |
14) | Discussions using terminology within real world news context | Course notes |
Course Notes: | -Elliot Aronson, The social animal (10th ed.). New York: Worth/Freeman. -Anthony Giddens, Sociology (5th ed.), Polity Press, UK. Films: -Destructive Obedience (Milgram) -Ageism, ABC TV |
References: | -Elliot Aronson, The social animal (10th ed.). New York: Worth/Freeman. -Anthony Giddens, Sociology (5th ed.), Polity Press, UK. Videos: Milgram, Destructive Obedience (Yıkıcı İtaat) Ageism, ABC TV (Yaşa Bağlı Ayrımcılık) |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 5 |
Laboratory | % 0 | |
Application | % 0 | |
Field Work | % 0 | |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
Quizzes | 1 | % 15 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | % 10 |
Presentation | % 0 | |
Project | % 0 | |
Seminar | % 0 | |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Preliminary Jury | % 0 | |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Paper Submission | % 0 | |
Jury | % 0 | |
Bütünleme | % 0 | |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 1 | 14 |
Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Quizzes | 1 | 5 | 5 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | ||
Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Paper Submission | 0 | ||
Jury | 0 | ||
Final | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Total Workload | 96 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. | |
2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
3) | Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
4) | Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. | |
5) | Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. | |
6) | Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. | |
7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. | |
8) | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. | |
9) | To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. | |
10) | Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
11) | Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |